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Names that could replace Ali Erbaş have emerged: Three possibilities on the table

The term of Ali Erbaş, who has served as the President of Religious Affairs since 2017, ends tomorrow. While there is curiosity about who will replace him, the names of Vice President Salim Argun, Istanbul Mufti Safi Arpaguş, and Erbaş himself, who is pushing for the possibility of reappointment, are coming to the fore in political circles.

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Names that could replace Ali Erbaş have emerged: Three possibilities on the table

The eight-year term of Ali Erbaş, who was appointed as the President of Religious Affairs in 2017, expires tomorrow. During his tenure, Erbaş frequently made headlines due to his sermons, budget expenditures, controversies over vehicles, and allegations of anti-secular practices.
Names that could replace Ali Erbaş have emerged: Three possibilities on the table

THREE SCENARIOS ON THE AGENDA

In the corridors of the Presidency of Religious Affairs, three different scenarios are being discussed for the presidential seat.

According to a report by Halktv, these include current Vice President Salim Argun, Istanbul Mufti Safi Arpaguş, and Ali Erbaş, who wishes to continue his duty.
Names that could replace Ali Erbaş have emerged: Three possibilities on the table

SALİM ARGUN'S NAME COMES TO THE FORE

Born in Düzce in 1971, Salim Argun returned to Turkey in 2013 after serving abroad for many years. He held academic positions at the Istanbul University Faculty of Theology. Argun, who joined the Presidency of Religious Affairs in 2017, currently serves as the vice president responsible for the General Directorate of Foreign Relations and the General Directorate of Hajj and Umrah Services.
Names that could replace Ali Erbaş have emerged: Three possibilities on the table

ISTANBUL MUFTI SAFİ ARPAGUŞ IS ALSO A CANDIDATE

Another name mentioned for the presidency is Istanbul Mufti Safi Arpaguş. Born in Amasya in 1967, Arpaguş was appointed as the Istanbul Mufti in 2021 with the signature of President Erdoğan. He continues to serve as a faculty member in the Department of Sufism at the Marmara University Faculty of Theology.
Names that could replace Ali Erbaş have emerged: Three possibilities on the table

ERBAŞ WANTS TO BE REAPPOINTED

The third scenario is the possibility of Ali Erbaş remaining in office. According to sources within the Presidency of Religious Affairs, Erbaş has bid farewell to the institution's staff due to the expiration of his term. Although it is stated that his reappointment is not possible under the regulations, it is reported that Erbaş is making various contacts to continue his duty.